Sears 385.1915 Elastic Casing Stitch Set the Machine, Elastic Stretch Stitch Set the Machine

e Elastic Casing Stitch []

Set the Machine

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toot F]

Thread tension 3to 8

F Satin stitch foot

The Stitch and Its Uses

Use this stitch to replace bias tape casings

_n such areas as wrists and waists. In children's clothing, this stitch is especially hetpfut, because it reduces bulk.

Here'sHow

1.Slide a piece of 1/8" elastic

under the foot, then up

through the slot in Foot F (sa'cmstitch).

2.Sew the elastic on the bottom

side of the fabric, pulling it gent{y to avoid sewing through the elastic.

3.Pull on the elastic to gather the fabric and bartack at both ends.

e Elastic Stretch Stitch []

Set the Machine

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[15 root

Thregd tension 3to 6

A:Zigzag toot

or

FSatin stitch toot

The Stitch and Its Uses

Choose this stitch to attach elastic to

garments.

Here'sHow

Mark the elastic into quarters and match these to the center

front, center back and side seams,

Place the middle of the elastic under the center of the presser

foot and stitch into place,

making sure the elastic is evenly distributed.

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